Sixpenny Handley circular

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Overview

A pretty walk via Penbury Knoll, Brokerley Ditch, Chettle Mead Copse, Pribdean Wood and Deanland. Fairly easy paths, a couple of rises, and lovely views. Walking poles would be useful over one wet patch.

Sunday, 23 March 2025

Start time:: 9:30 am
Estimated finish time:: 3:30 pm

Difficulty:: Moderate
Distance:: 19.3km / 12.0mi
Ascent:: N/A
Type:: circular

Bring lunch

No booking required

Starting point

Grid reference:: SU 00064 17698
Nearest postcode:: SP5 5JA
what3words:: shortcuts.finishes.flopping

Start time:: 9:30 am

Sixpenny Handley - from the B3081 High Street, park discreetly along Dean Lane between Mulberry Court and Handley Garage, and meet at the junction with Oakley Lane. (please car share if possible)

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